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Technology Gifts stories - Page 315

The demand for technology gifts is significantly increasing as we begin to rely on new innovations. According to the Consumer Technology Association, 74% of U.S. adults plan to buy at least one tech gift this year, highlighting that it is one of the most prominent types of gift that is given.

Technology gifts can range from standard appliances and computer hardware to gaming and entertainment items. They are sold through a variety of channels and retail stores across the globe.
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Profits galore as Kiwi business confidence soars
Tue, 14th Jan 2014
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Kiwi firms hit 20-year optimism high, eyeing more jobs and profit, as NZIER flags nationwide economic upswing.
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Poetic Apple ad turns the Air serious
Tue, 14th Jan 2014
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Apple's new iPad Air advert, narrated by Robin Williams, showcases the device's capabilities through a poetic recital.
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Is the ASUS G750 worthy of the ROG badge?
Tue, 14th Jan 2014
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ASUS G750 aims to impress with its high-performance specs and robust design, but does it truly earn the prestigious ROG badge gamers covet?.
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SteelSeries Stratus wireless controller changes the game
Mon, 13th Jan 2014
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SteelSeries launches the Stratus, the first iOS 7 wireless controller, revolutionizing mobile gaming with console-style play on Apple devices.
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COD: Ghosts Onslaught revealed as first DLC pack
Mon, 13th Jan 2014
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COD: Ghosts' Onslaught, the first of four DLC packs, launches 29 Jan on Xbox LIVE, featuring new maps, a dual-purpose rifle, and more.
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Will iWatch designs be based on current iPhone range?
Mon, 13th Jan 2014
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Rumours swirl about Apple's mysterious iWatch, with designer Martin Hajek sparking interest through colourful concepts inspired by the iPhone 5c and 5s.
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Say no to lag with Netgear NIGHTHAWK router
Mon, 13th Jan 2014
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Netgear has launched its newest dual-band 802.11ac wireless router, Nighthawk AC1900 Smart WiFi Router (R7000).
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Worst decline in PC history as industry “bottoms out”
Mon, 13th Jan 2014
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Global PC shipments hit an historic low, plunging for the seventh quarter in a row as smartphones and tablets dominate.
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Telecom adds a slice of paradise to data roaming
Mon, 13th Jan 2014
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Telecom extends its popular $10 daily data roaming rate to Indonesia and Thailand; voice calling drops to $2.49/minute, effective 3 February 2014.
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FAR CRY Wild Expedition - 10 year anniversary compilation
Mon, 13th Jan 2014
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Ubisoft announces Far Cry Wild Expedition to mark 10 years of the franchise, bundling four classic titles for an action-packed celebration.
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Call of Duty Championship qualifiers coming to NZ
Mon, 13th Jan 2014
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NZ gamers gear up for Call of Duty Championship qualifiers, with a chance to compete in Sydney and potentially win big in LA.
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Gartner: Apple is not a retailer
Fri, 10th Jan 2014
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Apple is not a retailer, says industry journal. While Apple's stores may be successful, they are fundamentally different from traditional retailers.
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GTA V to launch on PC from March 12?
Fri, 10th Jan 2014
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Rumours suggest GTA V's PC debut set for 12 March, raising eyebrows over its midweek release and source credibility. More updates to follow.
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App Store sales smashed US$10 billion mark in 2013
Thu, 9th Jan 2014
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Apple's App Store exceeded $10 billion in sales in 2013, with December's $1 billion making it the most lucrative month ever.
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GTA V to break 30 million unit mark
Thu, 9th Jan 2014
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Grand Theft Auto has always been a great seller in the gaming world and now it looks as if Rockstar has been taken aback by how well GTA V has sold.
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Android out in front as device market braces for 2.5 billion unit sales
Wed, 8th Jan 2014
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Android leads as global device sales approach 2.5 billion, with emerging markets driving growth and mobile phones dominating shipments.
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AMD and BlueStacks Collaboration Brings Full Android OS Experience to Windows PCs
Wed, 8th Jan 2014
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AMD teams with BlueStacks to integrate full Android OS experience into Windows PCs, offering seamless app usage and enhanced gaming.
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PS4 sales surpass 4 million consoles
Wed, 8th Jan 2014
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Sony's PS4 outstrips Xbox One with over 4.2 million sales, soaring past its rival by 1.2 million units as demand continues to exceed supply.
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The adventures of Apple’s Thin Thin iPhone 6…
Tue, 7th Jan 2014
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Apple's unveiling an ultra-thin iPhone 6 at just 6mm, sparking debate on design innovation so soon after the iPhone 5S release.
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Eye control for gaming is no longer just an idea
Tue, 7th Jan 2014
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Gaming evolves with eye control tech, letting players aim and interact using just their gaze. A more immersive experience awaits.